2006 GMC Savana vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1659 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | GMC | Talbot |
| Model | Savana | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |
