1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jalpa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
