2009 BMW 550 vs. 1981 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 922 kg more than 1981 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1981 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 550 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 953 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 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 |
