1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 18 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Jalpa | 996 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |