1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 8 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | V8 Saloon | Milan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 66 L |