1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lamborghini Jalpa 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Jalpa SL
Year Released 1988 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3485 cc 5982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 605 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 1001 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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