1956 Talbot Sport vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport. 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. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Talbot Sport | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 640 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
