1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 605 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2011 Alpina B7 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. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alpina |
| Model | Jalpa | B7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
