1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 6 kg more than 1987 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, both vehicles can yield 315 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
