1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 535 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.
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 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 1996 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Firebird | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
Model | Firebird | 2500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |