1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1948 Porsche 356
To start off, 1955 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1948 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1948 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 369 kg more than 1948 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1948 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | Palm Beach | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 596 kg |
