1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1958 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | New Yorker | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
