1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 685 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
