1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 913 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XK8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
