1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 26 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 99 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jalpa | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
