2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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 89 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler 300.
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, 2002 Chrysler 300, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
