2000 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 43 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 505 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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 2000 BMW 325 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. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 325 | Lago America |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |