1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1518 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 2005 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Suburban |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |