1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 355 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Allard | Porsche |
Model | Palm Beach | Boxter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2475 mm |