1964 BMW 700 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Talbot Samba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Talbot Samba (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Talbot Samba should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Talbot Samba weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Talbot Samba (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Talbot Samba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 700 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
