2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bentley | Talbot |
| Model | Arnage | Samba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2350 mm |
