1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 845 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
Model | V8 Vantage | Lago America |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |