1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 885 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
