1994 BMW M5 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 13 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 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | M5 | Samba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |