1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 12 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 950 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 456M | Samba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
