1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Jalpa | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
