2007 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1982 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 530 | Jalpa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |