2005 Acura MDX vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Acura | Allard |
| Model | MDX | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
