1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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 3,497 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (602 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 795 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 Bugatti EB 110 (650 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bugatti | Talbot |
| Model | EB 110 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 602 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
