1986 Lamborghini LM vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet 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 375 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. 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 1975 Mercury Comet. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini LM | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | LM | Comet |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
