1985 Cadillac Cimarron vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron is newer by 18 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 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
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, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Cimarron | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
