1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1959 DKW F 93
To start off, 1959 DKW F 93 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW F 93 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1956 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 1956 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW F 93, 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, 1956 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1959 DKW F 93 | |
Make | Allard | DKW |
Model | Palm Beach | F 93 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |