1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1977 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 412 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
