1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Talbot | TVR |
| Model | Lago America | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
