2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1845 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 810 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Bentley | Talbot |
| Model | Arnage | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 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 | 2585 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2350 mm |
