1970 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. 2011 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Mercury | Lincoln |
| Model | Cougar | MKZ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2728 mm |
