2007 BMW 116 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 116 weights approximately 465 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 116 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
