Italy vs Italy — 1981 vs 1975
| Jalpa P350 | 308 GT4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 255 hp |
| Torque | 231 lb-ft | 210 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,485 cc | 2,926 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 154 mph | 154 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.1 sec | — |
| Weight | 3,329 lbs | 3,086 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,550 mm |
| Length | 4,320 mm | 4,369 mm |
| Units Produced | 410 | 2,826 |
| Original MSRP | $58,000 | $19,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $280,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 brings greater rarity to the table, and the 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4 answers with lighter weight. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Sports Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 versus the 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4. Both hail from Malaise era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 producing 255 hp and the 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4 delivering 255 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lamborghini Jalpa uses a V8 DOHC displacing 3,485 cc, while the Ferrari 308 GT4 relies on a V8 with 2,926 cc. The 1975 Ferrari 308 GT4 claims a higher top speed at 154 mph compared to 154 mph. The Ferrari 308 GT4 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 243 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 410 units built, the 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 is considerably scarcer than the Ferrari 308 GT4's 2,826 examples.