1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 308 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
