1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1601 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Express |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
