1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2007 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Samba | 545 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
