1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa 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 62 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 260 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | SL |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |