1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1996 Audi A4 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | A4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |