1984 Talbot Samba vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 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 Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Talbot Samba | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Talbot | Porsche |
| Model | Samba | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
