1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Talbot | Porsche |
| Model | Samba | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
