1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 133 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.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |