1999 BMW 328 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 328 (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 482 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1999 BMW 328 (279 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 1999 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 328 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
