1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Audi A5
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 750 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 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 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 | 2008 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
