1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 55 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 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 1957 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Canyon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |