2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1246 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 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | Quattroporte | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4690 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
