2005 Audi S6 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 1075 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, 2005 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
