2008 BMW X5 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1983 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | X5 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
