1986 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Jalpa | Boxster |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3479 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |