1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa

To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 309 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ford Zodiac 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Zodiac Jalpa
Year Released 1960 1988
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2552 cc 3485 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1191 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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