1955 Allard Palm Beach vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 53 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 836 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Allard Palm Beach. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | Palm Beach | 350Z |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |