1981 BMW 628 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1981 BMW 628 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 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, 1981 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 628 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |