1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 1990 Peugeot 605

To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 211 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. 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, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Mercury Brougham 1990 Peugeot 605
Make Mercury Peugeot
Model Brougham 605
Year Released 1967 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6721 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2810 mm