1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1956 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1956 Talbot T 26 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot T 26 (197 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 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 Jaguar Mark IV | 1956 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | Mark IV | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
