1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 400 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
