1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot T 26 (198 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot T 26 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Talbot T 26.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot T 26 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot T 26 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | 62 | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
