1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 995 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Talbot Samba | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Talbot | Porsche |
Model | Samba | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |