1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 47 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Allard | Lotus |
Model | Palm Beach | M250 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |