1946 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1946 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
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:
1946 GAZ 10-73 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | GAZ | Mercury |
Model | 10-73 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1946 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |