2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | XLR | Samba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
