1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 40 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Cougar | Aero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
