2000 BMW 330 vs. 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1988 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 330 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |