2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1714 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 811 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bentley | Talbot |
| Model | Continental | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2350 mm |
