1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (130 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 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 1957 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1957 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
