1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 40 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 215 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.
Because 1958 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Allard Palm Beach | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | A |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |