1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 610 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
