1957 AC Ace vs. 1955 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1957 AC Ace is newer by 2 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 71 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1955 Allard Palm Beach | |
Make | AC | Allard |
Model | Ace | Palm Beach |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |