1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 41 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB5 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
