2000 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | BMW | Talbot |
| Model | 520 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
