2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | F-250 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
