1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Talbot Samba weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Talbot |
| Model | D8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
