2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 35 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 26 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Alpina | Mercury |
Model | Roadster | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |