1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 1998 Rover 420
To start off, 1998 Rover 420 is newer by 43 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 100 more horse power than 1998 Rover 420. (87 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Allard Palm Beach should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 420 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1955 Allard Palm Beach.
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, 1998 Rover 420, 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, 1955 Allard Palm Beach (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 420. (184 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 420.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Allard Palm Beach | 1998 Rover 420 | |
Make | Allard | Rover |
Model | Palm Beach | 420 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1189 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |