USA vs USA — 1969 vs 1967
| Cyclone Spoiler II | Cougar GT 390 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 320 hp |
| Torque | 450 lb-ft | 430 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,014 cc | 6,391 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.1 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 125 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.2 sec | 14.8 sec |
| Weight | 3,800 lbs | 3,400 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,972 mm | 2,844 mm |
| Length | 5,289 mm | 4,851 mm |
| Units Produced | 519 | 7,412 |
| Original MSRP | $3,759 | $3,295 |
| Value (Excellent) | $150,000 | $95,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 9/10 | 7/10 |
On balance, the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II makes a stronger case on paper with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity. However, the 1967 Mercury Cougar GT 390 counters with lighter weight, better value, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II for outright capability, or the 1967 Mercury Cougar GT 390 for a more distinctive ownership experience.
Mercury has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II with the 1967 Mercury Cougar GT 390 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II producing 335 hp and the 1967 Mercury Cougar GT 390 delivering 320 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II edges ahead at 6.1 seconds versus 6.5 seconds. The Mercury Cougar carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 400 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 519 units built, the 1969 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II is considerably scarcer than the Mercury Cougar's 7,412 examples.