1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 1967 Mercury Brougham is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93.
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, 1957 Saab 93, 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 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Brougham | 1957 Saab 93 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Brougham | 93 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6990 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |