2009 BMW 120 vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 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 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 120 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
