2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 314 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | CLK | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 377 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |