1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 455 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1953 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1953 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Palm Beach | Boxster |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |