1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 308 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
