1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 27 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ferrari |
| Model | Jalpa | F430 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
