2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | S | Brougham |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3130 mm |