1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 is newer by 54 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 464 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 2006 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Audi S3 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | S3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |