1999 Audi R8R vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 1999 Audi R8R has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | R8R | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1150 mm |
