1983 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Jalpa | GS |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |