1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1966 Jensen FF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1966 Jensen FF | |
Make | Allard | Jensen |
Model | Palm Beach | FF |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |