1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 90 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 195 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) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
