1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 61 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 506 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | E |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2874 mm |
