2008 BMW 528 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 600 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 528 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
