1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Talbot T 26
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot T 26. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot T 26 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1955 Talbot T 26. (197 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot T 26. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 380 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Talbot T 26 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | T 26 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
