1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Maybach 57
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 20 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 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, 2004 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2004 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maybach |
| Model | Jalpa | 57 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
