1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2008 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jalpa | E |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |