1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1960 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1960 BMW Isetta is newer by 5 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 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) has 174 more horse power than 1960 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 BMW Isetta. 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 | 1960 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Allard | BMW |
| Model | Palm Beach | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1510 mm |
