1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Mercury Brougham is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 356 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1967 Mercury Brougham | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Brougham | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6721 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2130 mm |
