2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 735 kg more than 1955 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1955 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1955 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Talbot |
| Model | S-Type | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
