1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 916 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Samba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
