2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 796 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
