1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2004 Pagani Zonda is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2004 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pagani |
| Model | Jalpa | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 547 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
