2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1982 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Cougar. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1982 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |