1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 279 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
