2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1956 Talbot Sport. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 960 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport. 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. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1956 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1956 Talbot Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Charger | Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
