1951 Allard K2 vs. 1958 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1958 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Allard K2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Allard K2 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Allard K2 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Allard K2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Allard K2 weights approximately 355 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Allard K2 | 1958 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Allard | Allard |
| Model | K2 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
