1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
Model | DB4 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |