1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1396 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.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy 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 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | Palm Beach | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
