1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 865 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | Lagonda | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
