1990 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 460 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | M3 | Samba |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |