1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 BMW 320

To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 430 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320
Make Allard BMW
Model Palm Beach 320
Year Released 1957 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2710 mm


 

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