1996 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 892 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | M3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
