1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1005 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 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bristol | Talbot |
| Model | Blenheim | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
