1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Audi R8
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 878 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1954 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2002 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | R8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 610 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 698 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
