1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 58 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1865 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series 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 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | E-Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |