2004 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 325 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 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 |
