1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | C |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |