1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 660 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 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 512 BB | Samba |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 953 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
