1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 56 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, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 449 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 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 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 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | 535 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
