1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 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 E (460 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
