2006 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 525 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
