1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 376 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Espada | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
