1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 28 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Lamborghini | Infiniti |
Model | Jalpa | M |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |