1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 162 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Mercury Brougham 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercury Subaru
Model Brougham Legacy
Year Released 1967 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6721 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2680 mm


 

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