2009 Acura TL vs. 1956 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 53 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 886 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 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1956 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Acura | Allard |
| Model | TL | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
