1980 Talbot Tagora vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Talbot Tagora | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Talbot | BMW |
Model | Tagora | 550 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |