1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1958 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1958 Talbot T 26 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1958 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 625 F1 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
