1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1800 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
