2006 BMW 650 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (255 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 650 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 232 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 | 1730 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |