2004 Pontiac GTO vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 690 kg more than 1956 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:
| 2004 Pontiac GTO | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Pontiac | Talbot |
| Model | GTO | Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5669 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
