1992 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1992 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Bugatti EB 110 | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
Model | EB 110 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 611 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |