2007 BMW X3 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | X3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
