2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Express | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
