2008 Infiniti G37 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G37 is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2008 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2008 Infiniti G37 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. 2008 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G37 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lamborghini |
| Model | G37 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
