1988 Lamborghini Project P140 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Project P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (372 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 571 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Project P140.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Project P140 (391 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Project P140 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3961 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1857 kg |
