1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 790 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 125 F1 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |