1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 51 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (46 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 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 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | Palm Beach | MC12 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |