1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
Model | 250 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |