1953 Talbot Baby vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Talbot | Porsche |
| Model | Baby | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
