1976 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (260 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 107 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (273 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm). This means 1976 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Urraco | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1407 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |
