1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda 6, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Allard | Mazda |
Model | Palm Beach | 6 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |