2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ford | Talbot |
Model | Expedition | 2500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |