2009 BMW 750 vs. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (252 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 750 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
