1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Audi A6

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 53 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 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.

Because 1953 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Allard Palm Beach 2006 Audi A6
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach A6
Year Released 1953 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Horse Power 71 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2850 mm