1971 BMW 3 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
