2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 40 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (217 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GT | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
