2009 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1984 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | M6 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
