2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 335 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1592 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
