1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America.

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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Talbot Lago America 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Talbot Toyota
Model Lago America Tundra
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Size 2476 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 212 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3710 mm


 

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