1997 BMW 850 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1983 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 850 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
