1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 18 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 66 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS 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. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Jalpa | IS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |