2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 796 kg more than 1985 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 Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | Cayenne | Samba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4806 cc | 952 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
