1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 66 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Allard | Renault |
Model | Palm Beach | Laguna |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |