1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1552 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 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Ram |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4080 mm |