2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | CTS | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
