1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Allard Palm Beach weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (152 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Allard | DAF |
| Model | Palm Beach | 66 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
