2008 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (137 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 30 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
