1957 Talbot Lago America vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot Lago America | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Talbot | Lexus |
| Model | Lago America | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3091 mm |
