2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Brougham |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |