1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 54 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Allard | Audi |
| Model | Palm Beach | A6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
