1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 BMW M

To start off, 2007 BMW M 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.

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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M 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 M
Make Allard BMW
Model Palm Beach M
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3246 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2500 mm


 

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