1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 965 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
