1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2007 BMW X5 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. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
