1958 Talbot Lago America vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 381 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1958 Talbot Lago America is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Talbot Lago America | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lago America | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
