1977 Buick Regal vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 19 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 455 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | Regal | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
