2006 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1955 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 655 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Talbot 2500. (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | M3 | 2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |