1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 55 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 645 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | Palm Beach | Z4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |