1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Allard Palm Beach 2013 GMC Sierra
Make Allard GMC
Model Palm Beach Sierra
Year Released 1958 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1508 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 298 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 2023 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 5222 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 2031 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1869 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 98 L