2009 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1986 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 530 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
