1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1984 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 400 (422 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 400 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
