1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 56 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 858 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, 2011 Acura RDX, 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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Acura RDX 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. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Allard | Acura |
| Model | Palm Beach | RDX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
