1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1090 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | CL |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |