1998 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 325 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
