2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
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 Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus 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 65 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 335 | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2170 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
