2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | GL | Brougham |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |