1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB5 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 DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager, 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 DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | DB5 | Villager |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |