1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercury | Lamborghini |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
