1981 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 999 kg more than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish (620 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Samba | 2013 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Talbot | Aston Martin |
| Model | Samba | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2067 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1294 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
