1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 kg more 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
