1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 53 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2050 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion 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 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Excursion |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 3016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |