1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 57 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 956 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 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 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 | 2009 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | X3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
