1982 Talbot Horizon vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1982 Talbot Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Talbot Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Horizon | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Horizon | 328 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
