1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Allard | Saab |
| Model | Palm Beach | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
