1967 Mercury Cougar vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 471 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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:
| 1967 Mercury Cougar | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
| Model | Cougar | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3032 mm |
