2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 18 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 340 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 612 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |