1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 28 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 1000 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Talbot | Lexus |
| Model | Samba | GS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
