1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 BMW 130

To start off, 2009 BMW 130 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 535 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 2009 BMW 130
Make Allard BMW
Model Palm Beach 130
Year Released 1955 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2670 mm


 

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