2007 BMW 130 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 23 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 130 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
