2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 745 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | Z4 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
