1952 Allard K2 vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, both 1952 Allard K2 and 1952 Allard Palm Beach were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Allard K2. (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard K2 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
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:
| 1952 Allard K2 | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Allard | Allard |
| Model | K2 | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 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 |
