2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 17 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2006 Infiniti Q45 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. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | Infiniti | Lamborghini |
Model | Q45 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |