1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 47 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 785 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2006 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2006 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Talbot | BMW |
| Model | Lago America | 630 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
