1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 698 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | Maxima |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |