1967 Mercury Brougham vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 (627 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (249 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Brougham | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Brougham | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4393 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2649 mm |
