2002 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 330 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
