1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1504 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 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |