2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 35 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Bantam | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 213 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |