1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 431 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | A |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
