1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 794 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 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS 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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Allard | Lexus |
Model | Palm Beach | IS |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2731 mm |