1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1393 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 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Phaeton |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2881 mm |
