1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 635 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, 2009 BMW 318 (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Samba | 318 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
