1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
