2009 BMW 335 vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Cougar. (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 335 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
