1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC, 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Scion tC | |
Make | Allard | Scion |
Model | Palm Beach | tC |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |