1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F512 M | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 227 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 | 1455 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
