1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 20 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1991 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |