1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 591 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
