1978 BMW M1 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M1 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |