1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Talbot | Porsche |
| Model | Samba | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
