2007 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 535 | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 535 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
