1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 48 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 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, 2006 Audi A6, 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 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 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Allard | Audi |
Model | Palm Beach | A6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |