2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |