2008 BMW X3 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1982 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | X3 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1765 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
