2001 BMW M3 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 20 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 915 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | M3 | Samba |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |