1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 654 kg more than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Palm Beach | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
