1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 51 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 1030 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 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Allard | Lexus |
| Model | Palm Beach | RX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
