1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1625 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Sierra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 488 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3890 mm |