1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 945 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Talbot Samba | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Talbot | Audi |
Model | Samba | R8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |