2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1982 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Talbot |
| Model | Park Ward | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2350 mm |
