1955 Packard Patrician vs. 1958 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1958 Talbot T 26 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1958 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:
| 1955 Packard Patrician | 1958 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Packard | Talbot |
| Model | Patrician | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
