1995 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 242 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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:
| 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | McLaren | Mercury |
| Model | F1 GTR | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 627 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
