1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | R |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3216 mm |