2006 BMW 118 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 118 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
