1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 946 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bristol | Talbot |
| Model | 412 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
