1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 934 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Allard | Jeep |
| Model | Palm Beach | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
