1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1968 Mercury Cougar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 206 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Zodiac | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
