1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 50 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 440 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 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 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Allard | BMW |
Model | Palm Beach | 523 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |