1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino 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 17 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 171 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 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 | 1329 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
