2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1986 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XKR | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
