1982 Talbot Samba vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 31 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1130 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Talbot Samba | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Talbot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samba | CLS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2874 mm |
