1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1982 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | 500 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
