1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 62 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 269 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar MK VII. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | MK VII | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
