1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 24 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | G |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |