1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1950 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1950 Talbot T 26. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1950 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1950 Talbot T 26. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1950 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
