2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 42 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Brougham. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 428 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Brougham |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |