2005 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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. Both 2005 BMW 325 and 1955 Talbot 2500 are equipped with a 2,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 325 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 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 |
