2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Talbot Samba weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Talbot |
| Model | D8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
