1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1948 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1953 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 265 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1948 Ferrari 166 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | Palm Beach | 166 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 700 kg |
