2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
