1997 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. 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, 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1986 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
