1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 51 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2381 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Excursion |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3490 mm |