1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 52 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 672 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra 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 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Allard | Opel |
Model | Palm Beach | Vectra |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |