1956 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Montana is newer by 48 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1130 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 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana 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, 2004 Pontiac Montana (298 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Allard Palm Beach. 2004 Pontiac Montana has automatic transmission and 1956 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1956 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Montana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
