2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | GTO | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
