1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 400 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 80 L |