1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 49 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 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 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | M6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
