1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1010 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Durango |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |