1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | Palm Beach | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 129 L |
