1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 46 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 840 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
Make Allard Pontiac
Model Palm Beach Trans Am
Year Released 1955 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 71 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 455 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2570 mm


 

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