1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jalpa | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
