1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Suburban |
Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |