1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 377 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 1965 Lamborghini 400 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 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | 400 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |