Italy vs Italy — 1981 vs 1987
| Jalpa P350 | Jalpa P350 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 255 hp |
| Torque | 231 lb-ft | 234 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,485 cc | 3,485 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | 6.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 154 mph | 149 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.1 sec | 15.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,329 lbs | 3,197 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,450 mm | 2,450 mm |
| Length | 4,320 mm | 4,250 mm |
| Units Produced | 410 | 410 |
| Original MSRP | $58,000 | $58,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $280,000 | $120,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 answers with better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Lamborghini Jalpa. The 1981 and 1987 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 producing 255 hp and the 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 delivering 255 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1981 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 edges ahead at 5.8 seconds versus 6.8 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.