1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
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 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Countach | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 264 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 | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |