1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 29 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Jaguar |
| Model | Jalpa | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
