2009 BMW 120 vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 120 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
