1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1194 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | Palm Beach | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3380 mm |
