2002 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 19 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 855 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | M3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
