1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 56 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1762 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 GMC Yukon 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. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Allard | GMC |
Model | Palm Beach | Yukon |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |