2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1981 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 325 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
