1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
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 | 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | Palm Beach | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
