2007 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 724 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 320 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
