1996 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1982 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 M3 (305 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | M3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
