2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1986 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 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XKR | Samba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
