2001 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1983 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | X5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
