1970 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 3 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
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:
| 1970 Jaguar E-Type | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | E-Type | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 129 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
