1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Allard | Land Rover |
Model | Palm Beach | Defender |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 152 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |