1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 42 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Allard Palm Beach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 675 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
| Model | Palm Beach | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1640 kg |
