1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 562 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 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 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | Quest |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |