1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 55 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | S4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |