1999 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 13 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1205 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 740 | Samba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
