1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 59 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Allard | Jaguar |
Model | Palm Beach | XJ |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |