1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 707 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | XJS | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
