1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 1 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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Brougham. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. (511 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Mercury |
Model | Manta | Brougham |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 602 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |