1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |