1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | 348 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |