1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1958 Talbot 2500

To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 814 kg more than 1958 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 1958 Talbot 2500
Make Aston Martin Talbot
Model V8 Volante 2500
Year Released 1986 1958
Engine Size 5340 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1814 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm


 

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