1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 11 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Jalpa | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 314 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 330 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |