1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 395 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB5 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
