1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, both 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow and 1979 Talbot 1510 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1979 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Talbot |
Model | Silver Shadow | 1510 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2748 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |