1947 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1957 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 666 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 6C | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
