2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 37 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Gallardo | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
