2006 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 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 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 525 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
