2007 BMW 650 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (253 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 650 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
