1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman is newer by 2 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 286 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 722 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 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, 1969 Austin Mini Clubman, 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Mini Clubman | Brougham |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3130 mm |