1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | Palm Beach | 240 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |