1953 Buick 40 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1957 Talbot Lago America is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Buick | Talbot |
Model | 40 | Lago America |
Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |