1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 800 kg more than 1955 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1955 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1955 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Cutlass | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
