2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | CLS | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
