1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1957 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Talbot 2500 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Talbot | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 2500 | Phantom |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3820 mm |