1996 BMW 520 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 520 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 520 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
