1956 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1974 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Bugatti Type 101 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bugatti Type 101 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 Bugatti Type 101.
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:
| 1956 Bugatti Type 101 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | Type 101 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3257 cc | 5764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
