2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1982 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Tagora. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1982 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1982 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1982 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | Convertible | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
