1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Palm Beach | GL |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |