1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 26 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1040 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.
Because 1983 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, 1983 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Palm Beach | G |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
