1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 28 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 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (125 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300, 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 (245 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | 300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
