2009 BMW 523 vs. 1995 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
2009 BMW 523 | 1995 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 523 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |