2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | QX56 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3130 mm |