1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Jalpa | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
