1974 BMW 3 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 67 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 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 | 1433 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
