1952 Ford Crestline vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Crestline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Crestline would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Ford Crestline. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Crestline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 200 kg more than 1952 Ford Crestline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Crestline | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Crestline | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
