1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 920 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 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 Acura TL 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. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Allard | Acura |
Model | Palm Beach | TL |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |