2004 Honda Z vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 37 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 289 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z.
Because 2004 Honda Z 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, 2004 Honda Z 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |
