2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, both vehicles can yield 315 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 261 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
