1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 39 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 996 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
