1992 BMW 850 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Because 1992 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Samba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 850 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
