1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1459 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 Multivan 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 Multivan 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 Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Multivan |
| 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 | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
