1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Palm Beach | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Allard | Donkervoort |
Model | Palm Beach | D8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |