1957 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 653 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | Z |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |