1999 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 60 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (315 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
