1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Jalpa | Indy |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |