1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 157 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | 350 GT | Tracer |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |