1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 43 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 480 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, 2000 Saturn L, 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, 2000 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2000 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1957 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | Allard | Saturn |
Model | Palm Beach | L |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |