1957 Riley 2.6 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1999 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley 2.6 has manual transmission. 1957 Riley 2.6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Riley 2.6 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Riley | Mercury |
Model | 2.6 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |