1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 7 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 512 BB | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2543 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 58 L |
