1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Audi TT

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 54 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, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.

Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT 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 2009 Audi TT
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach TT
Year Released 1955 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2470 mm