1952 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 50 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 829 kg more than 1952 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans 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 | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
