2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 576 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
Make | Infiniti | Talbot |
Model | Q45 | Samba |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |