1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 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 143 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB5 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
