1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1430 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Samba | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
