1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Allard Palm Beach would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1955 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. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Allard | Cadillac |
| Model | Palm Beach | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
