1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 56 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1990 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1953 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1953 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | GL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
