1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Jalpa | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |