1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lamborghini |
Model | D8 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |