1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1957 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1957 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | Pickster | Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
