1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 890 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Allard Mercedes-Benz
Model Palm Beach CLK
Year Released 1955 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 46 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.8:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 62 L


 

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