1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | 365 GTC 4 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |