2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (310 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Brougham. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Brougham |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 730 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |