1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 321 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
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, 1997 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Brougham |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |