1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Audi S8
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 41 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 845 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 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 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 | 1998 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | S8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
