1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 15 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 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 7733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3810 mm |
