2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
| Model | C | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
