2007 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1981 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1981 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Cougar. (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1981 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Gallardo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
