1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 784 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB4 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
