2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 22 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 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Murcielago | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6496 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
