1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1958 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | Palm Beach | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
