1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2005 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 50 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 489 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, 2005 Dodge Stratus, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (278 Nm). This means 1955 Allard Palm Beach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Allard Palm Beach | 2005 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Palm Beach | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
