2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1957 Talbot Sport
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 43 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 347 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 1957 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | Trans Am | Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
