2008 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 22 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1170 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, 2008 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | A8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2350 mm |
