1958 Maserati 350S vs. 1954 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1958 Maserati 350S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Talbot T 26. (198 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1954 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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:
| 1958 Maserati 350S | 1954 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Maserati | Talbot |
| Model | 350S | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
