1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Audi Q5

To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 57 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.

Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 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 2012 Audi Q5
Make Allard Audi
Model Palm Beach Q5
Year Released 1955 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2807 mm


 

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