1995 Lamborghini P140 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 229 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Because 1995 Lamborghini P140 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lamborghini P140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner. 2011 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini P140 has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini P140 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini P140 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | P140 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1727 mm |
