1981 Talbot Tagora vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Talbot Tagora | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Tagora | 316 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
