1992 BMW 850 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1125 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 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 850 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
