2008 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 2,496 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 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 760 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 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 523 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 954 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 | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
