2007 BMW 120 vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | BMW | Talbot |
Model | 120 | 2500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |