1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 41 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Jalpa | SC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
