1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 58 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), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 999 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | Palm Beach | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2875 mm |
