1963 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot T 26 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1958 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | AC | Talbot |
| Model | Cobra | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
