1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1983 Ferrari 126
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 126 is newer by 30 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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 | 1983 Ferrari 126 | |
| Make | Allard | Ferrari |
| Model | Palm Beach | 126 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
