2009 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A6 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
