1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1958 DKW 600
To start off, 1958 DKW 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 DKW 600. (30 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1958 DKW 600.
Because 1954 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 1954 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 DKW 600, 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, 1954 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 DKW 600. (57 Nm). This means 1954 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 DKW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard Palm Beach | 1958 DKW 600 | |
| Make | Allard | DKW |
| Model | Palm Beach | 600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
