1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 704 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, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend 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 | 1997 Honda Legend | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | Palm Beach | Legend |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |