1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 BMW X5 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | Palm Beach | X5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |