2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Samba. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1983 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
