1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 51 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 562 kg more than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (294 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Allard | Saab |
| Model | Palm Beach | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
