1972 Mercury Cougar vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 171 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Cougar | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercury | Porsche |
Model | Cougar | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |