1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Urraco | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Urraco | Cougar |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |