1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 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 | 1780 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
