2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 29 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | State Limousine | Cougar |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2910 mm |