1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 381 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1954 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1954 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | Palm Beach | Express |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |