1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1953 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Talbot T 26 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1953 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 250 GTO | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
