1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 60 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1697 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1952 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1952 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Ram |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |