2005 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 710 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 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 325 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
