1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 633 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Allard | Subaru |
Model | Palm Beach | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |