1954 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1963 Maserati 151
To start off, 1963 Maserati 151 is newer by 9 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 151 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1954 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Maserati 151.
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 Allard Palm Beach | 1963 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Allard | Maserati |
| Model | Palm Beach | 151 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
