1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
Model | Blenheim | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |