2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (116 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z4 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |