1958 Talbot T 26 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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 Talbot T 26 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | T 26 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 4482 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
