1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Jalpa | R8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
