2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 2116 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | E-350 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |
