1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 43 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1120 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 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | V |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |