2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 680 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Spyder | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Maserati | Talbot |
Model | Spyder | 2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |