1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 42 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1575 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline 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 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Econoline |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |