1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 52 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 515 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, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 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 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Allard | Mazda |
| Model | Palm Beach | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
