1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1272 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | 500 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2350 mm |
