2008 BMW 750 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1984 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 750 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
