1985 Talbot Samba vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1480 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Talbot Samba | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Samba | X6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2934 mm |
