2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 809 kg more than 1970 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Cougar. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | GL | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2459 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |