1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, both vehicles can yield 314 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
