1982 BMW 323 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, both 1982 BMW 323 and 1982 Talbot Samba were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 323 weights approximately 480 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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 323 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 323 | Samba |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |