2009 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 27 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1982 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1982 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | R8 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
