1978 BMW 520 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 926 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 520 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
