1978 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1978 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 179 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Porsche | Talbot |
Model | 911 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |