2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (498 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Z9 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z9 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 498 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |