2007 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1981 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 325 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
