1981 Mercury Cougar vs. 1960 Porsche 718
To start off, 1981 Mercury Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 762 kg more than 1960 Porsche 718.
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:
| 1981 Mercury Cougar | 1960 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 718 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
