1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SE | Cougar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |