2009 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 325 | Tagora |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |