1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 22 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Jalpa | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
