1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Torrent 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 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1957 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Torrent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Allard | Pontiac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
