1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport. 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. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Porsche | Talbot |
| Model | 911 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
