1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Allard | Jaguar |
Model | Palm Beach | XJ |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |