1977 BMW 728 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1983 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1983 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 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 728 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 1536 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
