1983 Talbot Samba vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1760 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Samba | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Talbot | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Samba | GL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3076 mm |
