1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1985 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | 300 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
