1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1997 Ford Tracer is newer by 44 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 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) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer.
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, 1997 Ford Tracer, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 1997 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | Palm Beach | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1321 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
