1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | GTO | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
