2000 BMW 528 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 528 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
