1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 51 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 669 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1957 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1957 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Allard | Chrysler |
Model | Palm Beach | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |