1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1954 Allard J2
To start off, 1954 Allard J2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Allard J2. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard J2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard J2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1954 Allard J2 | |
Make | Allard | Allard |
Model | Palm Beach | J2 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5416 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |