1999 BMW 323 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 18 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 717 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 323 | Samba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |