1992 BMW 530 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 BMW 530 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 530 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
