1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1955 Allard Palm Beach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Porsche 356 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356.
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 | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Allard | Porsche |
| Model | Palm Beach | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
