1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1956 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1956 Talbot T 26 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1951 Jaguar XK | 1956 Talbot T 26 | |
Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
Model | XK | T 26 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |