2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 684 kg more than 1972 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 1972 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GT | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
