1981 BMW 528 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1982 Talbot Samba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 528 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
