1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | Palm Beach | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2942 mm |
