1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cougar | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
