1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1713 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.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Yukon |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |