1953 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 59 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 73 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1953 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 2012 Volvo C30, 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 1953 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Allard Palm Beach | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Allard | Volvo |
| Model | Palm Beach | C30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2639 mm |
