1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1967 Mercury Brougham is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Wartburg 311, 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Brougham | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Brougham | 311 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6721 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 602 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |