1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 957 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 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Allard | Acura |
Model | Palm Beach | TL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |