1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 42 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 300 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Jensen | Talbot |
Model | SV-8 | 2500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |