1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 676 kg more than 1956 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | E | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
