1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Jalpa | 228 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
