1970 Maserati Indy vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. 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 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Maserati Indy | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Maserati | Talbot |
Model | Indy | 2500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |