1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jalpa | 968 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |
