1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Imperial | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
