1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 960 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Lago America |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |