1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Maranello | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |
