1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 54 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 725 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 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2007 Audi R8 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. 2007 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Audi R8 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | R8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |