1959 Berkeley B vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1967 Mercury Brougham is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | B | Brougham |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3130 mm |