1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 48 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 1958 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Allard | Dodge |
Model | Palm Beach | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2701 cc |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |