1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 49 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 614 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 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Palm Beach | 996 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |