1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 121 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
