1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 60 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), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 1076 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 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 Lincoln MKS 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. 2013 Lincoln MKS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Allard | Lincoln |
Model | Palm Beach | MKS |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
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 | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |