1987 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 720 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jalpa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
