2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Murcielago | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
