1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 55 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1670 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Touareg |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |