2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |