2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 184 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
