1975 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Talbot Samba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 310 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, 1975 BMW 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 320 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
