1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1520 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 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2003 Ford Expedition 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. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Allard | Ford |
Model | Palm Beach | Expedition |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |