1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 48 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 916 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Palm Beach | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
