1987 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1987 BMW 730 is newer by 29 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 602 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 730 | Lago America |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |