1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 940 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Palm Beach | Panamera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |