1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1480 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 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS | |
Make | Allard | Lexus |
Model | Palm Beach | LS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |