1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Extreme EX weights approximately 247 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
