1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 1958 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Allard | Chrysler |
| Model | Palm Beach | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
