1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 250 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
