2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Alpina | Talbot |
| Model | B7 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
