1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 57 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1609 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Allard Palm Beach | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Allard | Cadillac |
Model | Palm Beach | Escalade |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |