1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 51 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 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 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 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 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
