1982 Ferrari 126 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, both 1982 Ferrari 126 and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 126 (573 HP @ 11000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 910 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 126.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 126 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 126 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
