1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America

To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1959 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 1959 Talbot Lago America
Make Rolls-Royce Talbot
Model Silver Spirit Lago America
Year Released 1995 1959
Engine Size 6749 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 208 HP 81 HP
Torque 402 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2430 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2510 mm


 

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