2006 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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 2006 BMW 325 and 1955 Talbot 2500 are equipped with a 2,491 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 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.
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 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 325 | 2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |