1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1989 Buick Reatta
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 652 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Allard Palm Beach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Allard Palm Beach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. 1989 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1955 Allard Palm Beach has manual transmission. 1955 Allard Palm Beach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1989 Buick Reatta | |
Make | Allard | Buick |
Model | Palm Beach | Reatta |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |