2005 Honda NSX vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
