1957 Maserati 250 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1957 Maserati 250 is newer by 1 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (193 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Talbot Sport weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
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:
| 1957 Maserati 250 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | 250 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
