2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 360 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
