1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 571 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.

Because 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Allard Palm Beach 2012 Subaru Outback
Make Allard Subaru
Model Palm Beach Outback
Year Released 1955 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1536 kg


 

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