1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 38 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Brougham | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Brougham | 307 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6721 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1168 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |