1949 Buick 40 vs. 1957 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1957 Talbot T 26 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot T 26 (198 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1957 Talbot T 26.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 1957 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | 40 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1610 kg |
