1971 Maserati Bora vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Bora weights approximately 81 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Bora 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 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Maserati Bora | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Bora | Cougar |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |