1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1955 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1955 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | DB4 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
