1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 32 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 403 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 1957 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Allard Oldsmobile
Model Palm Beach Cutlass
Year Released 1957 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1507 cc 2260 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1243 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2630 mm


 

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