1991 Audi V8 vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 33 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | V8 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
