1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Windsor | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
