1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJR | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
