1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 56 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 90 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, 2009 Audi TT, 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Audi TT 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. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Audi TT | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | TT |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |