2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Gallardo | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |