2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XKR | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
