1968 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 MG ZR
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 MG ZR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Cougar 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 1968 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR, 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 2006 MG ZR | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Cougar | ZR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
