1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | LM | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |
