2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Escalade | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
