1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
