1984 Lamborghini LM002 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM002 (451 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini LM002.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM002 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | LM002 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 4945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
