1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 333 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
