1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 23 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 158 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 516 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Jalpa | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
