2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Brougham. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Brougham |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3130 mm |