1957 Talbot T 26 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 592 more horse power than 1957 Talbot T 26. (198 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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 Talbot T 26 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Talbot | TVR |
| Model | T 26 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4482 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
