1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 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 123 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3130 mm |
