1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1404 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Suburban |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |