1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1962 Maserati Tipo 64
To start off, 1962 Maserati Tipo 64 is newer by 7 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 2,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Maserati Tipo 64 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati Tipo 64 (317 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati Tipo 64 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 240 kg more than 1962 Maserati Tipo 64.
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.
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1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1962 Maserati Tipo 64 | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | Palm Beach | Tipo 64 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |