1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1952 Allard Palm Beach
To start off, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 110 kg more than 1952 Allard Palm Beach. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1952 Allard Palm Beach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Allard |
| Model | 6C | Palm Beach |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
