1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 853 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1989 Lexus LS | |
Make | Allard | Lexus |
Model | Palm Beach | LS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |