1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
