1991 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1991 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 316 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
