1977 BMW 528 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1981 Talbot Samba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 676 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 528 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
