1990 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 6 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 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 492 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 320 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
