2008 BMW 523 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 23 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 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 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 523 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
