1991 BMW 518 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 518 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
