2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Cougar |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7003 cc |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |