1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jalpa | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
