1991 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1991 Buick Riviera is newer by 24 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 170 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera.
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, 1991 Buick Riviera, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Brougham |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |