1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 45 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 409 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 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | Palm Beach | AAC |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |