1988 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Jalpa | Panamera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |