1982 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Jalpa | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Height | 150 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |