1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW Isetta | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Isetta | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 252 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2460 mm |
