2007 BMW 645 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 950 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 645 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
