1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Buick Century is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 1952 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1952 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | Palm Beach | Century |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2662 mm |
