1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 538 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
