2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cougar. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1966 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.
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2007 Bentley Azure | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Azure | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |