1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,728 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar.
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:
| 1966 Mercury Cougar | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4728 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 328 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
