1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1972 ZIL 114 is newer by 15 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2210 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.
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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 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 | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Allard | ZIL |
Model | Palm Beach | 114 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 3175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3770 mm |