2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Gallardo | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3130 mm |
