1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Ford Probe
To start off, 1997 Ford Probe is newer by 45 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Probe weights approximately 264 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1952 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 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Probe, 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1997 Ford Probe | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Probe |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |