2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 41 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 50 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 782 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Brougham |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |