1986 Lamborghini LM vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini LM | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | LM | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
