2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CL | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |