1989 BMW 750 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 5 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 1056 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 750 | Samba |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |