1955 Talbot 2500 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1955 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1955 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Talbot 2500 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Talbot | Hyundai |
| Model | 2500 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3045 mm |
