2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1320 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | SL | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
