1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 55 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 950 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 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Audi A5 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. 2011 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | A5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |