2005 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Murcielago | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
