2008 Audi S8 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 52 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500. 2008 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Audi | Talbot |
| Model | S8 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
