1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 459 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | DB6 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 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 | 1466 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
