1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 1999 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen W12 (414 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 1999 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | W12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1050 mm |
