1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1295 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Yukon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |