1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 575 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Allard | Pontiac |
Model | Palm Beach | Firebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |