1958 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1812 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. 2013 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Allard Palm Beach | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | Palm Beach | Armada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 105 L |
