1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1155 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 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | CL |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2955 mm |